Rifle Paper Co.

These Valentine's by Rifle Paper Co. are definitely on the list for next year's Valentine's Day, especially since my go-to Valentine for the last three years is no longer being offered :(

Whisker Graphics

Need a last minute Valentine for your Valentine? Download and print one of these adorable cards from Whisker Graphics. For free!

Hip Hip Hooray!

I love this website. Have you seen it yet? It's full of all kinds of party ideas for your little ones. There are some lucky kiddos out there, with some really creative parents!

Whipped Bakeshop

Need something sweet for your sweetheart this Valentine's Day? I think Whipped Bakeshop can help you out with that. Yum.

Tortoise Loves Donkey

I can totally see these concrete succulent planters by Tortoise Loves Donkey on my as yet non-existent patio table. Too cute!

Ladies & Gentlemen

Love these dipped silverware pieces by Ladies & Gentlemen. Must. Have.



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Ice Milk Aprons

Aren't these aprons from Ice Milk Aprons just divine?! They are totally what I envision my life being someday: calm, serene, beautiful and full of baking. And with names like "rollings of cinnamon" and "sugar cone scoops" they just sound delicious! Be sure to check out their blog for delicious heirloom recipes.

Frances Crafeteria

This one's for the locals! My messy desk is even messier today, as I'm busily crafting more goodies for the Frances Crafeteria! Frances is an awesome boutique in Central Phoenix. If you're in Phoenix on Friday, December 3rd (from 6 to 10 pm) stop by and see me!

Less & More

Lately I have been spending an average of about 9 hours a day at my desk. I'm only slightly complaining, and I am so happy I'm busy with work, but it gets a little lonesome sitting by yourself all day. AND, since I'm living at my desk, it's gotten very messy. Which I hate. Which the hubs can attest to, because I'm constantly nagging him about his endlessly messy office.

I just found Less & More, a lovely shop that offers all kinds of great organization tools. They are so simple and clean, they would add to your desk without making it look cluttered. Gorgeous!

Hello Handmade!

Just announced! Hello Handmade Paperie has just released their 2011 calender, and it's a beauty! I'll let them describe it to you:

"We are so thrilled to be launching our 2011 calendar today, and we wanted to be the first to tell you about it. Featuring the words of Mary Oliver, Shanna Murray's illustrations and Betsy Dunlap's calligraphy, this quiet calendar will make you draw in your breath with it's beauty. This calendar is broken up into seasons, with four separate 7 x 7 panels.

Because we wanted to create something extra special this year, each one is an original. Betsy has penned each and every season with jet black gouache, no two will be exactly the same. We've laid out the seasons so when the bottom two inches are trimmed away, an original 5x7 remains. We love the thought of these quiet, and thoughtful celebrations being kept long after the year has past."

Lovely.

Día de los Muertos

Happy November! In honor of the Day of the dead, check out Illustrated Ink's fantastic shop. So many great things!!

Winter treasury

I just love everything about this treasury by Creature Colllars. It makes me long for short, crisp days and long nights spent by a fireplace. I will have neither of those anytime soon, so here's to living vicariously through Etsy treasuries! Go here to see the complete Treasury list, and here to make your own.

New mug cozies in the shop!

It's kinda starting to cool off here in the desert (It's going to be 74 on Wednesday!!! You have no idea how exciting that is.) That means it's almost time to break out the tea kettle, so I've created some fun mug cozies. After a few trials and mostly errors, I think I've perfected them! And, the lovely blue-gray mug is included! Available now in the shop. Soon to follow are cozies perfect for your Starbucks habit :)

Uncommon

I love just about everything in Uncommon's shop. The color palette is so me! And I love all the clean lines. Lovely!

Kickin' it Old School

I was looking through my old shop and I realized that I had sold quite a few laptop cozies. So I'm bringing them back, along with a few other best sellers. They make great holiday gifts! Check them out in the shop!

A little vacation

We had a fabulous time in Florida. I just wanted to share some of my photos from the trip with you! My lovely sister-in-law and brother-in-law were the perfect hosts. Thanks so much!

Project!

I'm back. And just a little sad. It's so stinking dry here that I already miss the water. I'll post some trip pictures soon, but I wanted to share an awesome find I made this morning.

I was walking the dog and passed by a sad little apartment building near our house. Out front were four disgusting looking chairs. I mean, I don't even know how it is possible to get seat cushions that dirty. Yuck. But I saw a hidden potential, and think they will look lovely on our back patio (around the table we don't have yet) in a high gloss white with a fun fabric on the seat. What do you think?



I'll have to use some super heavy duty outdoor fabric so they don't fade. I found a few fun swatches over at Sunbrella. Let me know which on you like best!


I'll keep you updated on my progress!

Poppytalk Handmade

It's here! The Poppytalk Handmade "Indie Love" market! Just look at all the absolutely fabulous vendors. Can you see my little shop in there amongst all the goodness? I am so humbled to be included with such amazingly creative people!

The holidays are fast approaching, so get your shop on and buy handmade!

Paper Lovely

Hello my darling readers! I have not abandoned you. I'm just on a little vacation. I traded in the always sunny skies of Phoenix for the almost always sunny skies of Florida for a week. To tide you over, check out Kim of Paper Lovely's fabulous letterpress cards for the fall season. Lovely!

Poppytalk Handmade Market

Oh my gosh, I'm so excited I just had to share this bit of news with you. I've been selected to participate in the Poppytalk Handmade Indie Love Market!! It runs September 27th through October 22nd. So excited!!! My little goodies are making their big debut! Thanks Poppytalk!